SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES, ARTS, AND SCIENCES
INTERNATIONAL STUDIES MORE THAN
1
substantive off-campus experience through study abroad, internships, volunteerism, advocacy, or research
3
themes of study: Social Justice and the State, Women and Human Rights, Global Flows
44
credits — perfect for double-majoring
Interested in global issues, diplomacy, foreign policy, and their relationships with local contexts? The world is becoming more and more connected, and those with the ability to move, speak, and work confidently in this complex environment are well positioned for the future.
The Major We take an interdisciplinary approach to the study of global issues. International studies majors gain an understanding of political and economic structures in the various cultures of the world and in different historical periods. Students study these structures from a variety of perspectives: historical, political, and economic.
The Classes Courses are designed to help students master the complexities of the contemporary, global world. Your foundation in historical and conceptual knowledge will grow through courses like “Modern Europe,” “Economics of Social Issues,” and “Intro to Comparative Politics.” Once you choose a theme of study, you’ll take specialized courses like “Modern Middle East,” “Nationalism and Ethnic Conflict,” “Revolution!,” and “Discrimination: Economics and Politics of Race and Gender.”
The Career Advantage
Internships
Majoring in international studies at St. Catherine University prepares students for careers in government or international service; for law school, especially the study of international law; or for graduate study in social science disciplines like political science and economics. Combined with other appropriate courses, the international studies major prepares students for careers in areas like international business, as well.
Internships are a way to explore prospective careers, gain valuable hands-on experience and develop personal contacts within your field. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the many opportunities in the global business, education and NGO hub of Minneapolis/St. Paul, and elsewhere. Recent international studies majors interned with
The St. Kate’s Difference Students are required to complete a substantive, off-campus experience, including one study abroad experience; intern with an approved, internationally-oriented organization; or complete an internationally-related independent study with a fieldwork research component. St. Kate’s international studies students experience the world or see the global connections in our own local communities. “International studies is the ideal major for curious students who want to understand the connections between the local and the global, and to use that knowledge to lead and influence.” — Nawojka Lesinski, assistant professor
• National Model UN Office in Minneapolis • Jane Addams School for Democracy • University of Minnesota Human Rights Center • Global Classrooms in Minneapolis • Sustainable North Ireland • International Center for Research on Women, Washington, D.C.
“I’ve learned how to lead at St. Kate’s. This community is genuinely very supportive.” — Shannon McKeever ’16
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100% of students explore the globe at home and abroad.
100% of students attain a rewarding interdisciplinary education.
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The information in this document applies to students entering the College for Women. Provisions of this document are subject to change at any time. Consult the St. Catherine University Undergraduate Academic Catalog for official requirements.
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